How reliable is the internet in Split for remote work?
Typical speed
Up to 1 Gbps
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: sparkroam.com, brightfuture.hr
In Split, internet reliability is rated high, and typical internet speeds are around Up to 1 Gbps.
- Reliability
- High
Overall3.9/10Slower internet than about 60% of cities
Good to know
Good to Know
- Split has excellent mobile coverage with 4G/LTE and expanding 5G—physical SIM purchase requires ID, available at airports and shops.
- Fixed broadband (€20-40/month or 150-300 HRK) is competitive in Split's city center; fiber available but DSL/VDSL more common outside central areas.
- Hrvatski Telekom leads on speed (89 Mbps average on 4G) and reliability; Telemach offers budget options starting around €6.
- Free Wi-Fi is abundant in cafes and accommodation; public Split Smart City network suitable for quick checks but not sustained remote work.
- EU residents can use roaming at home rates; non-EU citizens should purchase local SIM to avoid high international roaming costs.
- Upload speeds on DSL can be poor (0.5-1 Mbps); mobile internet or fiber preferred for file transfers and video uploading.
Connectivity Reliability Tier
high
Connectivity Reliability Tier Rationale
Split offers widely available fiber/DSL home broadband, strong multi-operator 4G/5G mobile coverage with high uptime, and easy SIM/eSIM access, indicating robust and reliable connectivity for remote work.
Home Broadband
- Availability
- Widely available in urban Split with fiber (FTTP), DSL, and VDSL options. Fiber-to-the-Home accessible in the city center.
- Monthly Cost
- HRK 150
- Note On Costs
- Average range 20-40 EUR (150-300 HRK) per month depending on speed tier and provider. Split as a major urban center has competitive pricing.
Typical Speeds
- Fiber
- up to 1 Gbps
- DSL VDSL
- 10-100 Mbps
Major Carriers
Hrvatski Telekom (HT)
- Split Coverage
- Excellent; fastest download speeds (89 Mbps average) and best 5G gaming experience
- Market Position
- Largest operator with most extensive nationwide coverage
Prepaid Example
- Cost
- HRK 150
- Data Amount
- 120 GB
- Validity Days
- 90
A1 Croatia
- Split Coverage
- Very good; 5G available in Split city center
- Market Position
- Second-largest operator; strong urban and coastal coverage
- Note
- Competitive pricing; popular with expatriates
Telemach
- Split Coverage
- Good; 4G and expanding 5G services in Split
- Market Position
- Third major operator; value-oriented pricing
- Prepaid Starting Price
- HRK 45
Mobile Network
- Reliability
- High across all three major operators. Recent testing shows strong performance with 4G availability over 98% uptime.
- Coverage In Split
- Excellent. 4G/LTE widespread with expanding 5G availability in the city center.
- Download Speeds 4g
- 50-100 Mbps average
- Download Speeds 5g
- 150-500+ Mbps in areas with coverage
SIM e-SIM Options
e-SIM
- Convenience
- No physical SIM card needed; immediate activation possible
- Availability
- Increasingly available; travel e-SIM providers connect through local Croatian networks
Physical SIM
- Acquisition
- Available at operator shops, supermarkets, petrol stations, and airports
- Requirements
- Valid passport or national ID required for registration
- Typical Monthly Cost Range
- HRK 98
- Note
- Average €13-27 (100-200 HRK) per month for mobile internet plans
Public Wi-Fi
- Typical Speeds
- 4-10 Mbps for public networks
- Split Smart City
- Free public Wi-Fi network with hotspots in Riva, Peristyle Square, and major squares. Adequate for occasional use, not heavy browsing.
- Cafe Restaurant Coverage
- Nearly all cafes, bars, restaurants, and rental apartments offer free high-quality Wi-Fi to customers
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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